William Dean Howells: Short Stories Glossary

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Contrive

When something is forced

Infallible

incapable of making mistakes or being wrong

Perish

Suffering death, typically in a violent, sudden way.

Yearning

To long for or want something

Amalgamate

To put together, usually by mixing

Restless

Feeling uneasy.

Rash

Acting too quickly without thinking or logic.

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